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Start and end in San Jose
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  • Three-toed sloth reaching out to grab a leaf.
  • Bird spreading its wings on a log by the water.
  • A colorful bird perched on a mossy branch.
  • A group of people hiking in a dense green forest.
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  • Group of tourists on a boat tour through lush greenery.
  • Boat navigating through a mangrove forest.
  • Volcanic crater lake surrounded by rugged terrain.
  • Smoking volcano towering over a green landscape.
  • Aerial view of a river meeting the ocean surrounded by jungle.
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Guided in English
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Highlights

  • Explore San Jose's vibrant barrios and museums
  • Visit Irazu Volcano and sample Turrialba cheese
  • Navigate Tortuguero's canals and spot wildlife
  • Learn chocolate making in La Tirimbina forest
  • Hike in Monteverde's cloud forest and bridges

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Start trip in San Jose
  2. Day 2 Discover Irazu volcano, try artisanal cheese, end the day with a cooking lesson and dinner
  3. Day 3 Free day in Turrialba; optional white water rafting
  4. Day 4 Journey by bus and boat to Tortuguero National Park. Visit a Sea Turtle Conservancy
  5. Day 5 Full day to explore Tortuguero National Park searching for wildlife
  6. Day 6 Travel to Arenal via Guapiles. Visit La Tirimbina for a chocolate tour
  7. Day 7 Hike in Arenal Volcano National Park. Option to relax in hot springs in afternoon
  8. Day 8 Morning search for sloths and other wildlife in Arenal.
  9. Day 9 Drive to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, evening night walk
  10. Day 10 Search for wildlife on hanging bridges through the cloud forest
  11. Day 11 Drive south to the Pacific Coast
  12. Day 12 Full-day trip to explore the wildlife haven of Corcovado National Park on the Osa Peninsula
  13. Day 13 Free day to explore Dominical
  14. Day 14 Trip ends in Dominical. Included transfer to San Jose Airport (SJO)
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  • Casa Turire

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  • Pachira Lodge

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  • Arenal Springs Resort and Spa

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  • Fay
    · June 10th, 2025
    Tour guide Allan was excellent. It was an enjoyable trip.
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  • Rosalinda
    · May 13th, 2025
    A very pleasant trip.
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  • Jean
    · September 19th, 2025
    Overall experience was very memorable. Both of our guides could have been more helpful on a number of occasions. Political unrest was evident to me several times but I didn’t witness any physical violence. I’m not sure if I would choose this tour group in the future.
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    Is it possible to start the tour from 19th March 2026 or dates are set?

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      unfortunately our dates are set, we wouldn't be able to change the start date I am afraid.

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    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Costa Rica. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Costa Rica. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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